{"id":53,"date":"2025-04-09T14:01:58","date_gmt":"2025-04-09T14:01:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.ncleg.gov\/americassemiquincentennialcommittee\/?page_id=53"},"modified":"2025-07-25T12:03:10","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T12:03:10","slug":"timeline-of-significant-historical-events-in-north-carolina-1775-1783","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.ncleg.gov\/americassemiquincentennialcommittee\/timeline-of-significant-historical-events-in-north-carolina-1775-1783\/","title":{"rendered":"Timeline of Significant Historical Events in North Carolina (1775-1783)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This page is dedicated to showcasing the significant Revolutionary historical events that took place in North Carolina, a state that played a pivotal role in the American Revolution. North Carolina was not only a major battleground but also a crucial supporter of the cause for independence. 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